From Health Policy to Bedside Nursing and Beyond featuring Adriane Carrier

Patient Advocacy Now

Adriane Carrier is an advocate for social justice and health equality with a diverse background in healthcare. In this episode, we discuss her journey from activism during the HIV AIDS crisis in the 1980s to working as a registered nurse and eventually pivoting to becoming a private, independent patient advocate. Adriane highlights her experiences in dealing with healthcare policy, regulatory complaints, and safety standards, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasizes the importance of improving working conditions for healthcare workers to enhance patient care and safety. Adriane also touches on the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and marginalized communities in healthcare and the need for health equity.

Adriane's broad expertise allows her to assist clients in various ways, such as providing clinical decision support, medical billing assistance, and navigating healthcare systems. She emphasizes the importance of understanding health insurance coverage and regulations, especially for those with elderly family members who may require healthcare support. Adriane's advocacy work extends to addressing violence in healthcare settings, an issue that often goes unreported, despite its direct impact on patient safety.